Popcorn and Inspiration: ‘The Martian’: Matt Damon’s Merry Mission-to-Mars Movie

Ridley Scott’s “The Martian” is an instantaneous, thrilling American space classic about ingenuity, courage, and all-for-one-and-one-for-all teamwork—definitely the most fun you'll have screen-wise in October.
Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
|Updated:
Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
Mark Jackson is the chief film critic for The Epoch Times. He earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Williams College, followed by a classical theater conservatory training, and 20 years' experience as a New York professional actor. He narrated The Epoch Times audiobook "How the Specter of Communism is Ruling Our World," available on iTunes, Audible, and YouTube. Mark is listed in the book "How to be a Film Critic in Five Easy Lessons" by Christopher K. Brooks. In addition to film, he enjoys Harley-Davidsons, martial arts, rock-climbing, qigong, and human rights activism. Mark is a Rotten Tomatoes-approved film critic.
Related Topics